#288BBD Hex Color Code

#288BBD

The Hexadecimal Color #288BBD is a contrast shade of Steel Blue. #288BBD RGB value is rgb(40, 139, 189). RGB Color Model of #288BBD consists of 15% red, 54% green and 74% blue. HSL color Mode of #288BBD has 200°(degrees) Hue, 65% Saturation and 45% Lightness. #288BBD color has an wavelength of 494.07407nm approximately. The nearest Web Safe Color of #288BBD is #3399CC. The Closest Small Hexadecimal Code of #288BBD is #28B. The Closest Color to #288BBD is #4682B4. Official Name of #288BBD Hex Code is Boston Blue. CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) of #288BBD is 79 Cyan 26 Magenta 0 Yellow 26 Black and #288BBD CMY is 79, 26, 0. HSLA (Hue Saturation Lightness Alpha) of #288BBD is hsl(200,65,45, 1.0) and HSV is hsv(200, 79, 74). A Three-Dimensional XYZ value of #288BBD is 19.29, 22.59, 51.48.
Hex8 Value of #288BBD is #288BBDFF. Decimal Value of #288BBD is 2657213 and Octal Value of #288BBD is 12105675. Binary Value of #288BBD is 101000, 10001011, 10111101 and Android of #288BBD is 4280847293 / 0xff288bbd. The Horseshoe Shaped Chromaticity Diagram xyY of #288BBD is 0.207, 0.242, 0.242 and YIQ Color Space of #288BBD is 115.099, -75.0591, -5.3785. The Color Space LMS (Long Medium Short) of #288BBD is 15.48, 25.09, 50.99. CieLAB (L*a*b*) of #288BBD is 54.65, -10.68, -34.0. CieLUV : LCHuv (L*, u*, v*) of #288BBD is 54.65, -33.61, -50.94. The cylindrical version of CieLUV is known as CieLCH : LCHab of #288BBD is 54.65, 35.64, 252.56. Hunter Lab variable of #288BBD is 47.53, -10.73, -30.95.

Graphic Percentage Representation of #288BBD

RGB Percentages of #288BBD

15%
54%
74%

RGB stands for Red, Green, and Blue, which are the three primary colors used to create a vast array of colors by varying their intensities. By adjusting the brightness of these three primary colors, virtually any color visible to the human eye can be produced.

RYB Percentages of #288BBD

15.69%
39.01%
74.12%

The RYB color model is based on Red, Yellow, and Blue Colors. When two primary colors are mixed, they form a secondary color or when mixed all, they result in tertiary color.

CMYK Percentages of #288BBD

79%
26%
0%
26%

CMYK stands for Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Key (Black). Starting with a white canvas, various amounts of cyan, magenta, yellow, and black ink are combined to absorb or subtract specific wavelengths of light, resulting in the desired color.

Various Color Shades of #288BBD

To get 25% Saturated #288BBD Color, you need to convert the hex color #288BBD to the HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) color space, increase the saturation value by 25%, and then convert it back to the hex color. To desaturate a color by 25%, we need to reduce its saturation level while keeping the same hue and lightness. Saturation represents the intensity or vividness of a color. A 100% saturation means the color is fully vivid, while a 0% saturation results in a shade of gray. To make a color 25% darker or 25% lighter, you need to reduce the intensity of each of its RGB (Red, Green, Blue) components by 25% or increase it to 25%. Inverting a #288BBD hex color involves converting each of its RGB (Red, Green, Blue) components to their complementary values. The complementary color is found by subtracting each component's value from the maximum value of 255.

Analogous and Monochromatic Colors of #288BBD

Analogous colors are groups of hues that are located next to each other on the color wheel. These colors share a similar undertone and create a sense of harmony when used together. Analogous color schemes are mainly used in design or art to create a sense of cohesion and flow in a color scheme composition.

Monochromatic colors refer to a color scheme that uses variations of a single color. These variations are achieved by adjusting the shade, tint, or tone of the base color. Monochromatic approach is commonly used in interior design or fashion to create a sense of understated elegance and give a sense of simplicity and consistency.

Triad, Tetrad and SplitComplement of #288BBD

Triad, Tetrad, and Split Complement are hex color schemes used in art to create harmonious combinations of colors.

The Triad color scheme involves three colors that are evenly spaced around the color wheel, forming an equilateral triangle. The primary triad includes red, blue, and yellow, while other triadic combinations can be formed with different hues. Triad color schemes offer a balanced contrast and are versatile for creating vibrant and dynamic visuals.

The Tetrad color scheme incorporates four colors that are arranged in two complementary pairs. These pairs create a rectangle or square shape on the color wheel. The primary Tetrad includes two sets of complementary colors, such as red and green, and blue and orange. This scheme provides a wide range of color options and allows for both strong contrast and harmonious blends.

The Split Complement color scheme involves a base color paired with the two colors adjacent to its complementary color on the color wheel. For example, if the base color is blue, the Split Complement scheme would include blue, yellow-orange, and red-orange. This combination maintains contrast while offering a more subtle and balanced alternative to a complementary color scheme.

Tints and Shades of #288BBD

A Color Tint is created by mixing white (#FFFFFF) to any pure color whereas A Color Shade is calculated by adding black (#000000) to any pure hue. See the Color Tints of #288BBD to it's lightest color and Color Shades of #288BBD to it's the darkest color.

#288BBD Hex Code Space Conversions

RGB rgb(40, 139, 189)
RGB Percent 15%, 54%, 74%
RYB 40.0, 99.48, 189.0
CMYK 79, 26, 0, 26
CMY 79, 26, 0
HSL hsl(200, 65%, 45%)
HSLA hsl(200, 65%, 45%, 1.0)
HSV hsv(200, 79, 74)
XYZ 19.29, 22.59, 51.48
Hex8 Value #288BBDFF
Decimal Value 2657213
Octal Value 12105675
Binary Value 101000,10001011,10111101
Android 4280847293 / 0xff288bbd
HSLuv : HUSL hsl(200, 65%, 45%)
xyY 0.207, 0.242, 22.588
YIQ 115.099, -75.0591, -5.3785
LMS 15.48, 25.09, 50.99
CieLAB 54.65, -10.68, -34.0
CieLUV : LCHuv 54.65, -33.61, -50.94
CieLCH : LCHab 54.65, 35.64, 252.56
Hunter Lab 47.53, -10.73, -30.95
YUV 115.099, 36.35, -65.89
YDbDr 115.099, 111.2, 142.82
YCbCr 114.85, 164.63, 80.95
YCoCg 126.75, 114.5, 12.25
YPbPr 115.1, 41.7, -53.57
Munsell Color System 11236.82 266.92/224.52

#288BBD HTML/CSS Hex Color Code Examples

#288BBD as Background:

Color is the keyboard, the eyes are the harmonies, the soul is the piano with many strings. The artist is the hand that plays, touching one key or another, to cause vibrations in the soul.

Wassily Kandinsky
<p style="background: #288BBD">…</p>

#288BBD as Text Color:

If you enter this world knowing you are loved and you leave this world knowing the same, then everything that happens in between can be dealt with.

Michael Jackson
<p style="color: #288BBD">…</p>

#288BBD as Text Shadow:

You can't just ask customers what they want and then try to give that to them. By the time you get it built, they'll want something new.

Steve Jobs
<p style="text-shadow: 4px 4px 2px #288BBD">…</p>

#288BBD as Linear Gradient:

Good humor is a tonic for mind and body. It is the best antidote for anxiety and depression. It is a business asset. It attracts and keeps friends. It lightens human burdens. It is the direct route to serenity and contentment.

Grenville Kleiser
<div style="background: linear-gradient(white, #288BBD)">…</div>

FAQ:

What is the RGB value of #288BBD?

RGB Value for #288BBD is rgb(40, 139, 189).

What is the RGB percentage of #288BBD?

RGB percentage for #288BBD is 15% Red 54% Green 74% Blue.

What is the CMYK (Cyan Magenta Yellow Black) color model of #288BBD?

CMYK Color Model of #288BBD is 79 Cyan 26 Magenta 0 Yellow 26 Black.

What is the HSL value of #288BBD?

HSL Value of #288BBD is 200°(degrees) Hue 65 Saturation 45 Lightness.

What is the HSV value of #288BBD?

HSV Value of #288BBD is 200 Hue 79 Saturation 74 Value.

What is the XYZ Color Model of #288BBD?

XYZ Color Model of #288BBD is 19.29, 22.59, 51.48.